Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
amara
ID:
492817

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1785

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 1: 449 (1785)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492149



Common Names

  • Soulamea amara
  • Bitter Soulamea
  • Bitter Triggerplant


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Synonyms

  • Cardiocarpus amarus Reinw. [unknown]
  • Cardiophora hindsii Benth. [unknown]

Description

Soulamea amara (also called Amara Soulamea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has simple, opposite leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Soulamea amara is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in revegetation projects. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Soulamea amara is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Soulamea amara is a small shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can also be propagated by seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to a year. It can also be propagated by layering or division.

Where to Find Soulamea amara

Soulamea amara can be found in tropical rainforests in South America, particularly in the Amazon basin.

Soulamea amara FAQ

What is the scientific name of Soulamea amara?

Soulamea amara

What is the common name of Soulamea amara?

Amara's Soulamea

What is the natural habitat of Soulamea amara?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Simaroubaceae family

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